Standardise, or let each school choose? The answer determines your support costs for the next five years.
IT procurement for multi-academy trusts: how to buy well across several schools
How to spot a phishing email before someone on your team clicks it
The tell-tale signs have changed. Bad spelling and a Nigerian prince are long gone; the modern version looks exactly like an email from your finance director.
Does Microsoft 365 back up my data? (No — and here is why that matters)
Microsoft keeps your data available. That is not the same as backing it up. The distinction only becomes obvious at the worst possible moment.
What is co-managed IT — and when does an in-house IT manager need it?
Co-managed IT is not a slow takeover of your in-house team. It is cover for the three things one person cannot realistically do alone.
How much should a small business pay for IT support in the UK?
What the different pricing models actually mean, what is usually excluded, and the questions to ask before you sign anything.
Is full fibre available in Bath and Bristol yet? A plain-English guide
Fibre, part-fibre, full fibre, FTTC, FTTP, leased line. What the labels actually mean, what is available around Bath, Bristol and Somerset, and which one your business needs.
Cyber Essentials vs Cyber Essentials Plus: what is the difference?
Same five controls, very different level of scrutiny. Which one do you actually need — and what does the Plus audit involve?
How much does Cyber Essentials cost — and is it worth it?
A straight answer on what Cyber Essentials costs, what you get for it, and the two things that make most first-time applicants fail.
Windows 10 support has ended: what UK businesses need to do now
Windows 10 stopped receiving security updates in October 2025. If you still have machines running it, they are now an open door. Here are your realistic options.
What is the PSTN switch-off in 2027 — and what does it mean for my business phones?
The old copper phone network is being retired. Here is what the PSTN switch-off actually is, what it affects beyond your phones, and how long you really have to act.